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Photo gallery: Of earth, hands and tradition
Enjarradores Andy Valerio and Warren Kelly use shovels to tear away the cracked mud on the San Francisco de Asis Church on Saturday (June 1) during the annual remudding of the historic church in Ranchos de Taos.
Kids wander the Ranchos de Taos Plaza while parishioners begin the process of remudding Monday (June 3) at San Francisco de Asis Mission Church in Ranchos de Taos.
Benito Herrera, of Ranchos de Taos, fills a wheelbarrow with dirt he scraped from the church.
Children watch as Warren Kelly scrapes away the outer layer of mud on the San Francisco de Asis on Monday (June 3).
Fr. Dino Candelaria drips holy water in the sign of the cross Monday (June 3) at the San Francisco de Asis Church
Parishioners and friends begin the month-long process of restoring the the San Francisco de Asis Church on Saturday (June 1) in Ranchos de Taos.
Winter Snow and rain often damage the mud covering the exterior walls of the church. The annual enjarre helps strengthen and protect the historic structure.
Twelve-year-old Kiara Herrera, of Ranchos de Taos, tips out her wheelbarrow filled with cracked mud and dirt Saturday (June 1) while parishioners scrape off the outer layer of the San Francisco de Asis Church during its annual remudding in Ranchos de Taos.
The San Francisco de Asis Mission Church was declared a National Historic Landmark on April 15,1970. It has endured for hundreds of years
Fr. Dino Candelaria blesses the San Francisco de Asis Church with holy water once a year to protect it, and the volunteers, during the remudding process.
Obituaries
Dillon M. Chavez,
Dillon M. Chavez, 72, of Llano Quemado passed away on June 07, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carlos and Isabel, siblings, Carlos, Viola and Alfredo, stepfather, Alfredo V. Romero, stepbrother, Mike and stepsisters, Eva and Frances.
Gilbert A. Vigil,
Gilbert A. Vigil, Age 93, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, June 5, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents; Reyes and Juanita Vigil, and granddaughter Enedine Vigil.
Steven (Rusty) Armijo
Steven (Rusty) Armijo, Age 71, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully on Friday June 7, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents; Jose and Lily Armijo, siblings; Johnny and infant sister Louise Armijo; and padrinos Ramon and Cinconita Gurule. Steven worked for many years as a laborer and worked as a sheet metal journeyman and numerous sawmills around the area. He loved spending his spare time outdoors in which he enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping.
Lawrence F. LaCombe
Lawrence F. LaCombe, Age 69, a resident of Costilla NM, went to The Lord on Thursday June 6, 2019. He was born on September 13, 1949. He was preceded in death by his parents; Frank D. and Sofia M. LaCombe, grandparents; Zacarias and Teresina Gallegos and sister-in-law Anita Drum.
Eldeen Spears
Eldeen Spears, Age 100, of Des Montes passed away on June 5, 2019. She is survived by her daughters, Hazel Johnson,
Randal (Randy) Laird Stabler,
Randal (Randy) Laird Stabler, Left this world too soon on November 16, 2018, surrounded by his children and sisters following a sudden brain hemorrhage. He approached life with kindness to all, especially his family, and will be fondly remembered for his adventurous, free spirit.
Ron Kalom,
Ron Kalom, died peacefully after a long illness on May 23, 2019, at the age of 85. He is survived by his loving wife Carolyn, daughters, Noelle, and Naomi (Benjie), grandchildren Orion and Chelan. He is also remembered and loved by many lifelong friends, and the people he helped and served over the years.
Frutoso “Fritz” Vialpando,
Frutoso “Fritz” Vialpando, 97, of Questa passed away on May 20, 2019, in Arvada, Colorado. He is preceded in death by his wife, Elva Vialpando, daughter, Marcella Cisneros, grandchildren Veto, and Fritz II Vialpando. He is survived by his children, Fritz Vialpando (Irene), Lydia Rodriguez (Ruben), Gloria Vialpando, Dorothy Wright (Bobby Jack), Richard Vialpando (Florine) , John Vialpando (Rose), numerous grand, great and great great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Lorenzo “Tiny” Cortez,
Lorenzo “Tiny” Cortez, 58 years old from Ranchos De Taos, NM, passed away unexpectedly as a result of a motorcycle accident on Saturday, May 25, 2019 in Red River, NM. He is preceded in death by his father, Leroy Cortez. His maternal grandmother, Placida Cardenas, paternal grandparents Amarante and Jessie Cortez.
Aurora Francisca Cardenas Sanchez,
Aurora Francisca Cardenas Sanchez, age 87, of Arroyo Seco, NM passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is the beloved wife of the late Doroteo Sanchez and daughter of the late Francisco and Josefita Cardenas. She is preceded in death by her children, David “Turkey” Sanchez,
Local news
Chamisal man indicted in brother’s death
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The Docket
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5G? Not in this neck of the woods
The Taos County Board of Commissioners heard nearly three hours of public comment on a topic not even …
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Taos Air grounded for the summer
Summer flights for Taos Air have been grounded for 2019. The new air service in Taos County will no …
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Town council thanks manager Bellis
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'Pilgrimage is always about change'
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Taos Police blotter
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Taos dispensary manager talks the future of medical cannabis
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Substance misuse summit to ‘focus on solutions’ for Taos County
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A new 'ambassador' for Taos
"I do not think many of the students are prepared to do this," she noted, sadly. "These ladies come …
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Electric co-op conducts business - first time in five years
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Celebrate annual Peñasco fiestas, enjoy carnival
Fiesta time is approaching for many communities around our state of New Mexico. In Taos County the …
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State condemns commercial property along Paseo
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Tempo Arts & Entertainment
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Sports
Summer baseball begins in Taos
The Taos Baseball League had its first official game of the season Sunday (June 9). Both Taos teams, the Taos Blizzard and Taos Lightning were in blue, a …
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Local country clubs duke it out on golf courses
Taos area golfers have one more chance to compete in a series of three competitions between area country …
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Everyone is a champion in Special Olympics
There's one rule at the Special Olympics: Do your best. Do that, and you're a champion. The New Mexico …
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Taos Pueblo girl wins second place in regional competition
Penny Espinosa, 12, of Taos Pueblo, decided she wanted to play softball when she was 8 years old. With …
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Local and visitors race in the 33rd annual Taos Marathon
Every year, local runners and those looking for a beautiful race set up at the starting line of the 33rd …
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Kids and parents have a new place to train
Two fitness outlets in Taos, FreeWorld Fitness and Mata Leao Brazilian Jiu Jitsu celebrated their grand …
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Sidelines - June 6, 2019
Youth camp: The Taos Tigers Boys' Basketball Team will host a youth camp June 17-19, for kids ages …
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Peñasco girls basketball coach Gilbert Mascareñas honored by peers
Many people never get the chance to know what their peers think of them. Gilbert Mascareñas has …
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Taos boys win club state soccer championship with Rio Rapids team
The Rio Rapids ECNL 02 boys, an Elite Club National League team, won the State Cup, the club team …
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Anansi kindergartener Elijah Shelton wins state chess championship
The Taos Knighthawks Chess Club picked up seven medals at the State Grade Level Championships, a …
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Abundant moisture makes for great golf at Valle Escondido
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